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In Chemistry / High School | 2025-07-07

Test your understanding of isotopes by selecting the correct relationship between the pair of atoms.

Argon-40
Argon-41

A. Same Atom, Not Isotopes of Each Other
B. Isotopes
C. Different Element

Asked by just1nc03042008

Answer (2)

Argon-40 and Argon-41 are isotopes of the same element, argon, differing only in their neutron counts. They both have 18 protons but vary in the number of neutrons, with Argon-40 having 22 and Argon-41 having 23. Thus, they fit the definition of isotopes exactly. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

Argon-40 and Argon-41 are isotopes of argon, differing in the number of neutrons. Both have 18 protons, confirming they are the same element. Thus, the correct option is B: Isotopes.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-15

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